Strategic Operations Manager

Operations Manager

Our Logistics business is seeking to hire an operations manager to join our management team. You will provide inspired leadership for the operation of our organization, which involves making important policy and strategic decisions, as well as the development and implementation of operational policies and procedures. You will also be assisting with HR tasks including recruiting and training as needed, and help create a culture that increases performance, customer satisfaction, and team morale.

Successful candidates will have a bachelor's degree in operations management (or a related field) and have prior experience in management and supervision, or a direct leadership position. Prior 3PL (regional expedite) and a deep understanding of financial management and profitability is also preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Provide inspired leadership for the organization.
• Assist upper management in making and implementing important procedural, policy, planning, and strategy decisions.
• Develop, implement, review, and enforce operational policies and procedures.
• Assist HR with recruiting when necessary.
• Help promote a company culture that encourages top performance and high morale.
• Create and track KPIs
• Oversee budgeting, reporting, planning, analysis and auditing.
• Work with senior stakeholders.
• Ensure all legal and regulatory documents are filed and monitor compliance with laws and regulations.
• Work with the executive management to determine values and mission, and plan short and long-term goals.
• Identify and address problems and opportunities for the company.
• Build alliances and partnerships with vendors and other organizations.
• Support worker communication with the management team.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in operations management and/or related field.
• Min. 2 years experience in logistics management (3PL), operations, and leadership.
• Understanding of general finance and budgeting, including profit and loss, balance sheet, and cash-flow management.
• Ability to build consensus and relationships among managers, partners, and employees.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Solid understanding of financial management.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.